Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the local kids frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
